BTMC - "Spring Fling" - Thursday, March 11, 2010

My Dear Fellow Toastmasters,

Do you know that in the Northern Hemisphere, spring season runs from March into June, and in the Southern Hemisphere it runs from September into November?

So how about us here in Indonesia that is blessed with only 2 seasons? The weather is always either hot or hotter...hot or hotter...hot or hotter...

Well..who cares??? Let's celebrate SPRING!!!! The sun rises in the earlier hours of the morning and sets later on in the afternoon. The days get slightly warmer. Spring flowers start to appear, birds start building their nests and the farmers deliver new-born lambs.

Let's meet up again to celebrate the beginning of SPRING!!! Come to hone your communication skills....come to have fun...come to meet people...come to appreciate others...come to improve your leadership skills...come to learn from your Fellow Toastmasters...

THE BRITISH TOASTMASTERS CLUB MEETING
Theme: "Spring Fling"
Thursday, March 11, 2010
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Mercantile Athletic Club, WTC Sudirman, 18th Floor
Attendance Fee: Rp. 30,000

Dress Code: Anything GREEN, or FLOWERY, or BLOSSOMY

To assist with meeting venue and catering, please confirm your attendance by Tuesday, March 9, 2010 by contacting Shabrina (0856 2288 934) / Mike (0855 100 6453).

HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL NEXT WEEK!!!!!

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Minutes of Meeting " Aal Izz Well "

British Toastmasters Club - "AAL  IZZ  WELL” - Feb 18, 2010

“ When you start a conversation with strangers just relax because Aal Izz Well “

There are four elements in making an interesting conversation with anyone which are:

• Confident
• Interesting to others
• Listening very closely
• Mutual Respect

ACB CL Indriati Permana Sari astonished audience in the prepared speech session with her Advance Manual 1 Interpersonal Communication “Conversing with Ease”. She convinced us that talking to stranger is not something to be avoid and afraid of and instead, it should be considered as an enjoyable and exciting moments to get to know more interesting people. Those elements presented were indeed a vital skill that a good communicator should have!  TM Yenny Tanzino delivered the Ice Breaker “ He Died While He Was Still Alive “ and brought the other side of her who could cracked of the fear shell of  the uncertainty and got out of the comfort zone egg as she transformed herself and became a dedicated teacher for children. She really is an eager member and stepped up in such a sort time to deliver her first prepared speech. Only a single day prior to “D Day” of her Basic Manual 1 Speech Project she jointed as the member of BTMC. What a motivated lady! The next impressive speech was delivered  by TM Ole-Anders Hogstad in his Basic Manual 3 Speech who shared his tips on “ Invest in Property Development”.  Everyone had a better understanding on how to find a good property for investment now then they already got those clues from TM Ole and could be more aware on how to deal with those tempting marketing adds of housing estates from now on.

 

Our TM Bobby Kalwani was truly made some differences this time, He sang a song and dance for us all that night. I believe the spirit of Toastmasters has got in to him deeply and made him an entertaining speaker. Our adorable TOM brought those funny and smart jokes along with him and turned our meeting in a colorful and vibrant atmosphere. We learned more from him about the mosaic of art, culture and tradition which India offered to the rest of the world through bollywood movies where India, the land of storehouse of beauty, dream, tradition and verve is shared and become famous. “ The Three Idiots “ movie which was played inspired us to release our self and relax in dealing with problems because “ Aal Izz Well “ when you always remind your self How GOD really is Great and a savior for human kind ! As our TOM Bobby Kalwani Quoted , “ Don’t tell GOD how big your problem is, but tell the Problem how big your GOD is ! “

The Table Topic Session was indeed full of excitement on the table since TM Fetty Kartini made a one of a kind session. She brought four rolls of Bollywood pictures actress and actors to be passed around to the audience while a soundtrack of “3 Idiots” movie played and whoever got the rolls must answered the questions thrown out by our Table Topic Master related to those pictures. Quite surprisingly to know the responses from those who got the rolls and spoke up their mind on their feet.  Fajar, one of the guest who attended the meeting for a very first time and got the rolls of the ” 3 idiots actors picture ‘ shared  us the moments when he felt being an idiot in his life and one of them was that when he felt nervous, he counted the floor tiles to ease the nervousness and made him more relax. His spontaneous and hilarious answers got him self the title of the Best Table Topic Speaker in the Hall Of Fame Session. Not to be missed at this session was, our Ms. President of BTMC, ACB CL Indriati Permanasari titled as both Best Prepared Speaker and Best Evaluator. Remarkable! She’s truly is an inspiration.

 

BTMC’s meeting finished strong by our TOM, TM Bobby Kalwani off course who fulfill his promise to sing some India’s songs along with its unique dances. He really got us a glimpse through India’s romantic stories and life. It’s an exceptional meeting indeed! Everyone laughed out loud and thrown out funny lines and jokes among each other and become happier and healthier that night!

 

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"Valenchine" Meeting

 

MINUTES OF MEETING

BTMC - "ValenChiNe" - Thursday, February 11, 2009

 

Falling in love !

is a euphoric experience for human, an important experience but a confusing phenomenon for humankind. In fact it makes me a headache !

Our most basic emotional need is not to fall in love but to be genuinely loved by another. When we feel unloved we will feel abandoned and ignored by our couple That’s the reason for us to learn more in languages of love so that we could have a better understanding of our couple and avoid those quarrels..

Let me share with you those languages of love ..

In the prepared speech session, TM Fetty Kartini delivered her Basic Manual 3  speech with the title “ Languages of Love “ which was very suitable to the occasion and theme of the meeting “ Valenchine”, continued by TM Matthew Horkey with his Basic Manual 4 which expressed his amazing journey before he ended up in Indonesia and has decided to live in Jakarta to serve and dedicate his life as a Chiropractor doctor after his previous work in Malaysia. TM Ray Asnar conquered his nervousness with his informative speech and finally won the best speaker of the evening. ACB CL Thomas Alfiandes concluded the prepared speeches session with his persuasive speech – Conquering the Cold Call with the title “ Value Proposition “ . Thomas really pulled himself in delivering his speech and seemed very relax and persuasive in presenting his product to Cindy who was the prospective buyer of his software product.

The meeting was opened with new Club Ex- Co Installment ceremony. TM Fetty Kartini was elected as a secretary of the Club and inducted by Area Governor  CC CL Ria Ardiningtyas. After the pledge, CC CL Ria gave a pin of Ex-co to TM Fetty as the remark of her new role. Let us encourage and support TM Fetty to take up this  new role as an opportunity for her to be a better leader.

What was really made us all thrilled is always our cheerful VPE  CC Cindy Resita who was being the Toastmaster of  the Meeting. There was a true excitement in the air at that time when everybody just tried to answer those trivia thrown out by Cindy. Everyone just wants to grab the piece of delicious chocolate bars which will be given as a gift to members or guests in the meeting who could answer her trivia. It was indeed a Fun moment for everyone who could took a bite of chocolate although he / she didn’t win the game, since the winner shared his / her chocolate with everyone else.

A Table Topic Session is truly an enjoyable session as well, Angpao envelopes were given to the audience and the ones who got a heart should answer the questions from TM Yulia Tanuwidjaja. WOW ! Everyone just so excited and hold their breath when they opened up their envelopes and finally got those hearts out. Questions then just thrown out to those people and the lines of answers could enrich everyone’s knowledge.

We could heard laughter and saw smile in the face of guests who felt nervous to speak on their feet at their very first time. I, my self will definitely remembered those moments.

Overall, the meeting was a blast and the celebration of “ Valenchine “ could lift up everyone’s spirit.

The meeting was wrapped up with a speech from our gorgeous, one and only President of BTMC Indriati Permanasari

“ Our Lovely President of BTMC announced the Winners in the Hall of Fame session “

TM Ray Asnar smile in charm while receiving the award of “ The Best Prepared Speech Speaker “ with his speech title “ Nervousness “

The Funny and adorable TM Bobby Kalwani received the award as the “ Best Table Topic Speaker “

WOW ! Two best Evaluators were awarded in this meeting ..

Mike Nicholson and TM Primadiansyah

What a night to remember !

 

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BTMC - "Aal Izz Well" - Thursday, Feb 18, 2010

My Dear Fellow Toastmasters,

HOW ARE YOU? "Aal Izz Well," hopefully would be the answer. And let it not just be a sweet answer given to get by, but indeed it holds true in your life that "Aal Izz Well."

Getting tired of all the routines? Feeling tied-up by all the work deadlines? Bored of the same-old same-old? Unleash everything and relax for a while and let us have some fun together at The British Toastmasters Club. Laugh at those dry jokes your Fellow Toastmasters throw out. Add more if you can, to make those jokes even drier. ^_^ Encourage our friends...who deliver their next speech projects... as they try to move on and take their communication skills to a different level. Inspire others...as you share your time and your stories....through those small talks with guests and other Toastmasters or through your im-promptu speeches during the table topic session. Then walk-out at the end of the meeting feeling refreshed, entertained, inspired, ready to start your new day and...to have another week-end. ^_^

THE BRITISH TOASTMASTERS CLUB MEETING
Theme: "Aal Izz Well"
a Tribute to the movie "The Three Idiots"

Thursday, February18, 2010
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Mercantile Athletic Club, WTC Sudirman, 18th Floor
Attendance Fee: Rp. 30,000

Our Distinguished TOM: TM Bobby "the Bombay Bingung"
(He promised to sing and dance for us all...YEAHHHH!!!!! Make sure you don't miss it)

If you are interested to deliver a speech or volunteer for a meeting role, you may contact Cindy Resita (0813 8076 9959).

To assist with meeting venue and catering, please confirm your attendance by Tuesday, February 16, 2010 by contacting Shabrina (0856 2288 934) / Mike (0855 100 6453).

HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL NEXT WEEK!!!!!

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Reminder: BTMC: 2010 International & Table Topic Speech Contest - Thurs, Feb 25, 2010

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THE BRITISH TOASTMASTERS CLUB
2010 INTERNATIONAL & TABLE TOPIC SPEECH CONTEST
Thursday, February 25, 2010
6:30 PM (dinner starts), 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
@ The Mercantile Athletic Club
World Trade Centre 18th Floor, Jl. Jend. Sudirman

My Dear  BTMC-ers, My Fellow Toastmasters,

As a Toastmaster tradition, around the month of February every year, every Toastmaster club in the world holds its International & Table Topic Speech Contest. The purposes of holding this contest are to provide a platform for speakers to improve their speaking abilities and to recognize the best encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity to learn by observing more proficient speakers who have benefited from Toastmasters training.

Therefore, we encourage all BTMC members to participate in this contest as contestants. Don't be nervous...don't be scared... Just like in any competition, there will always be those who win and those who do not win. But the most important aspect of this competition is to use this platform to challenge your communication and English skills at a different level. And in the end...whether winning or losing...you will have won over yourself. On top of that...remember that if you decide to participate in this contest, you can ask for a special mentor, who is a more experienced Toastmasters, to assist you with your contest preparation. So...don't be afraid and don't think that you are on your own. ^_^

The eligibility requirement is as the following:

1. Must be a member in good standing (has dues and membership application current with Toastmasters International by the day of the competition)
2. Currently is not in position as incumbent international officers and directors, or district officers
3. For Table Topic, any BTMC member in good standing can participate EVEN if you have not delivered your BM 1 (Ice Breaker) speech
4. For International Speech, the BTMC member interested in participating must have completed at least BM 6 (Vocal Variety) prior to the day of the club speech contest

So, my Dearest BTMC-ers, my Fellow Toastmasters, what are you waiting for? Show me that you are not an "average" person. Show us that you have the "guts" to do it!

For further information about this contest and to apply for this contest, please contact your Contest Chairman, Shabrina Mukhlasianti at shabrinanina@gmail.com OR 0856 2288934.

"Toastmasters District 51: Speaking Your Way to Magical Transformation"

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BTMC - "ValenChiNe" - Thursday, February 11, 2009

Fellow Toastmasters, HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY and 恭喜发财 (Gong Xi Fa Cai) - HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR!!!!

As a warming up for your table topic sessions with your loved one during that candle-light dinner on Valentine's Day, or for those GAN-BEI!!! (meaning: Toast) moments on the Chinese New Year celebration where you will be required to make a short speech....just COME TO BRITISH TOASTMASTERS CLUB then...to have some practice prior to the "D" day!

THE BRITISH TOASTMASTERS CLUB MEETING
Theme: "ValenChiNe"
a.k.a Valentine's Day and Chinese New Year ;-P
Thursday, February11, 2010
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Mercantile Athletic Club, WTC Sudirman, 18th Floor
Attendance Fee: Rp. 30,000

P.S: Please wear something in RED!!!! And bring an ANGPAO for this one and only beloved VPE of yours, please.
 Hehehehe... ;-P Angpao in US$ or EUR are welcome too , by the way... ;-P

If you are interested to deliver a speech or volunteer for a meeting role, you may contact Cindy Resita (0813 8076 9959).

To assist with meeting venue and catering, please confirm your attendance by Tuesday, February 9, 2010 by contacting Shabrina (0856 2288 934) / Mike (0855 100 6453).

HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL NEXT WEEK!!!!!

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BTMC - "Scottish Icons" (Thursday, January 28, 2009)

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O-genki Desu Ka...FELLOW TOASTMASTERS....
(read: How are you, Fellow Toastmasters?)

"O-genki desu ka." is the Japanese for "How are you," just in case some of you are wondering. ^_^

You see...we always learn something as a Toastmaster in a Toastmasters meeting. Whether we come just as a guest, a meeting participant, a role-taker, an Ex-Co member, a prepared speaker, or a mentor, there is always an ample opportunity to learn something out of a Toastmasters meeting and through our interaction with our fellow Toastmasters. Maybe we learn about a new English expression that we never knew before. Maybe we learn about a proper use of grammar that we were never aware of before. Maybe we learn how to motivate a new member who seem to be rather shy or afraid to speak in public. Maybe we learn about a life lesson from a story that a prepared speaker deliver in her speech. Maybe we learn how to be able to speak in an organized, effective manner in such a short time through our participation in a Table Topic session.

You see...there is always something we can learn from each other. There is always something we can learn from Toastmasters.

Last year we learned about a country called United Kingdom through our special meeting under the theme of "The Taste of British." NOW....let us learn something about that one state in United Kingdom called....SCOTLAND!!!!!! Whisky...bagpipes...the kilts...short-breads...Arthur Conan Doyle...Wet Wet Wet...Edinburgh...

THE BRITISH TOASTMASTERS CLUB MEETING
Theme: "Scottish Icons""
Thursday, January 28, 2010
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Mercantile Athletic Club, WTC Sudirman 18th Floor
Attendance Fee: Rp. 30,000
P.S: Please wear something in checkered patterns!!!! For guys...if you DARE...you are more than welcome to wear a checkered skirt (kilt) with long white socks...just like the Scottish bagpipe players... COME ONE...that will be FUN!!!! At least for the whole 2 hours of our meeting.... you can try being a Scot... ^_^

If you are interested to deliver a speech or volunteer for a meeting role, you may contact Cindy Resita (0813 8076 9959).

To assist with meeting venue and catering, please confirm your attendance by Tuesday, January 26, 2010 by contacting Shabrina (0856 2288 934) / Mike (0855 100 6453).

HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THIS THURSDAY!!!!!

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